Mishti Makhana

Your favourite makhanas get a sweet makeover. Makhanas tossed in caramelized sugar and served to satiate your sweet tooth. Makhana has many health benefits like it controls blood pressure and blood sugar, promotes heart and kidney health. All in all it is snack that can be enjoyed any time without any guilt.

By Sanjeev Kapoor 24 Jun 2024in Recipes Bihari

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Main ingredients	Puffed lotus seeds (makhana), Ghee, Sugar, Green cardamom powder, Fennel powder
Cuisine	Bihari
Course	Mithai
Prep time	0-5 minutes
Cook time	10-15 minutes
Serve	4
Taste	Sweet
Level of cooking	Easy
Others	Vegetarian

Ingredients

200 grams puffed lotus seeds (makhana)
1 tablespoon ghee
½ cup sugar
¼ teaspoon green cardamom powder
¼ teaspoon fennel powder

Method

Heat ghee in a kadai, add makhana and sauté on medium heat for 5-6 minutes or till crisp. Transfer onto a plate and set aside.
Heat a kadai, add sugar and 2 tablespoons water and cook till sugar caramelizes.
Add green cardamom powder and fennel powder and mix well. Add makhana and mix well.
Transfer onto a plate and allow to cool.
Transfer into a serving bowl and serve.

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